The AI adoption gap for authors
New data reveals a surprising split: most fiction authors are still hesitant about AI, even as early adopters report real productivity and income gains. Here's what the numbers show.
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Marlowe Pro demo webinar recap
Catch Alessandra Torre’s webinar replay for expert self-editing tips, a live Marlowe Pro demo, and proven strategies to improve your writing today.
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How to write more compelling characters
Want to write compelling characters readers can't forget? Andy Maslen reveals the one question that unlocks real conflict and depth.
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Why write fiction under a pen name?
There are many reasons for authors to use a pen name. Authors Ethan Cross and Lou Aronica discuss the pros and cons.
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Marlowe 101: Understanding narrative arc
One of the most intriguing sections of the new Author Dashboard powered by Marlowe 3.0 is the new section on narrative arcs. Few other manuscript analysis tools even touch on the subject, but Marlowe takes a deep dive into identifying the type of story you’ve written. (If you’re new to all of this, just click […]
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How AI editing can elevate your novel
AI isn't here to replace authors — it's here to empower them. See how Marlowe's AI editing tools helped two novelists uncover blind spots in their manuscripts and sharpen their storytelling.
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Show don’t tell: The first rule of writing
The axiom “show, don’t tell” is so basic, you probably heard it from your sixth grade English teacher. However, “There’s too much telling rather than showing” is the number one comment I make when rejecting manuscripts.
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Marlowe 101: Understanding story beats
Ready to see how your own manuscript holds up? Try the free Marlowe Basic Report There are certain facets of fiction writing that are perplexing to new authors. For instance, story beats. What the heck are they? Why are they important, and how do you use them in your story? Marlowe, the AI-powered manuscript editing […]
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Marlowe 101: Understanding the plot graph
There’s a lot to unpack in the new Author Dashboard powered by Marlowe 3.0. Our updated model is significantly more powerful than the first two versions of Marlowe, and we’ve taken great care to optimize it for a more user-friendly experience filled with actionable feedback. Today, let’s take a deep dive into the Plot analysis […]
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What an AI-wary public means for authors
How to navigated today’s choppy waters with integrity & transparency When it comes to artificial intelligence, Americans are of two minds. A Pew Research Center survey released Sept. 17 finds that while many of us appreciate the conveniences AI brings, we’re more likely to view its long-term impact with skepticism — and sometimes deep worry. […]
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How I learned to stop worrying and love AI editing tools
Author Andy Maslen was skeptical that any tool could understand his creative process — until he put Marlowe's AI manuscript analysis tool to the test. Here are the 5 assumptions he got wrong, and what actually happened when he handed over his manuscript.
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Should you outline your novel or not?
Should fiction writers outline their novels or not? Using a synopsis as a shortcut will give heft to your characters and story.
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